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Eastnor Castle (12 miles)

Eastnor Castle is the home of the Hervey-Bathurst family. Set in a dramatic Malvern Hills location, surrounded by an arboretum, lake and idyllic deer park, the castle almost has an enchanted quality to it. The arboretum is famous in its own right boasting many rare trees as it descends to the huge, 22-acre lake. The deer park is not only part of an Area of Outstanding National Beauty, but it’s also a site of Special Scientific Interest. The wonder continues inside with the Castle’s splendid Italian / Gothic interior playing host to a range of treasures previously not on public display.

Tel: +44 (0)1531 633160
Web: www.eastnorcastle.com

For more detailed information, please visit:
Web: www.aboutbritain.com/EastnorCastle.htm

Severn Valley Railway (14 Miles)

Running and preserving both the steam trains and line for over 40 years, The Severn Valley Railway plays a prominent role in British Railway preservation today. It runs through sixteen miles of wonderful countryside, making seven stops on its way. Each stop has something different to offer from charming little villages to bustling market towns with the Severn Valley Country Park and visitor centres in between. Trains run every weekend throughout the year, daily during the summer months. As the Severn Valley Railway say themselves – it’s more than just a train ride. It’s a great day out for all the family.

Tel: +44 (0)1299 403816
Web: www.svr.co.uk

For more detailed information, please visit:
Web: www.aboutbritain.com/severnvalleyrailway.htm

Spetchley Park Gardens (3 miles)

Set in more than 30 acres of scenic countryside, Spetchley Park Gardens are widely held to be amongst the finest gardens Britain has to offer. Privately owned by the Berkeley family, the gardens offer formal and informal, woodland and herbaceous. They’ve been in the Berkeley family’s ownership for hundreds of years - since 1606 in fact – but it was not until the turn of the 20th Century that the gardens received their most significant enhancement and extension. This was at the hands of Rose Berkeley and her sister Miss Ellen Wilmot. Keen gardeners will recognise Miss Wilmot as one of the foremost gardeners of the Edwardian era.

Tel: +44 (0)1453 810303
Web: www.spetchleygardens.co.uk

For more detailed information, please visit:
Web: www.aboutbritain.com/SpetchleyParkGarden.htm

The Elgar Birthplace Museum (3 Miles)

Elgar’s Birthplace is a cottage set in the heart of rural Worcestershire, looking onto the Malvern Hills. Now a museum, the collection of Elgar memorabilia it houses is both priceless and unique. There are scores, manuscripts, press cuttings and programmes along with Elgar family photographs which range from informal snaps to photos of significant and formal occasions. Elgar’s desk is still there to be seen, laid out as he liked it when composing. The museum gives a touching insight into the life of Edward Elgar, his family, friends and the lives they lived together.

Tel: +44 (0)1905 333224
Web: www.elgarmuseum.org

For more detailed information, please visit:
Web: www.aboutbritain.com/ElgarBirthplaceMuseum.htm

The Kings Head

Friendly city centre pub with a canal side patio area, where you can enjoy freshly prepared food.
67 Sidbury
Worcester
WR1 2HU

Tel: +44 (0)1905 726025

Worcester Cathedral (1 mile)

Amongst England’s most attractive cathedrals, Worcester Cathedral boasts medieval cloisters, Royal Tombs, stunning Victorian stained-glass windows, an ancient crypt and Chapter House. While the current building dates from 1084, the site has been a place of worship since 7th Century. There are first class views of Worcester city and the surrounding countryside to be enjoyed from the cathedral’s imposing tower. Being an active cathedral, services are held daily. There are also guided tours available outside these times. These are available both to adults and children, and should be booked in advance. The tour takes about an hour.

Tel: +44 (0)1905 28854
Web: www.worcestercathedral.co.uk

For more detailed information, please visit:
Web: www.aboutbritain.com/WorcesterCathedral.htm

Worcester Racecourse (2 Mile)

Set close to the heart of Worcester, Worcester Racecourse is one of the oldest in Britain. Racing has been taking place on the banks of the nearby Severn since the early 18th Century. There are 21 National Hunt meetings across the season (from March to October) with excellent corporate hospitality packages available throughout. There are three enclosures at the scenic course: The Premier Enclosure, the Grandstand Enclosure and the Centre Course Enclosure. All three offer a variety of facilities with the Centre Course Enclosure being a firm favourite with families and party bookings.

Tel: +44 (0)8702 202772
Web: www.worcester-racecourse.co.uk

For more detailed information, please visit:
Web: www.aboutbritain.com/WorcesterRacecourse.htm